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All tests and training are
conducted on our fleet of
Honda, Daelim, Sachs and Arqin Motorcycles and Scooters.



Helmet, gloves and wet weather
gear is provided if needed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Train for Success

RideTek strongly recommends that you take the appropriate training course before attempting the testing. We have an almost 100% success rate for its course participants. On the other hand, there is a very low success rate for riders who attempt the testing without taking the RideTek Training Course. Save yourself time, money and inconvenience and get it right the first time by taking a RideTek Training Course.

All tests and training are conducted on our fleet of Honda, Daelim, Sachs and Arqin Motorcycles and Scooters.

Vicroads Motorcycle Learner Permit Riding Test

The test is divided up into four exercises:
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Click Here for Victorian Learners Handbook

 



Riding test to obtain Learners Only

To receive a Motorcycle Learner Permit, you must:

  Be at least 18 years of age
  Pass the Vicroads knowledge test of Victorian Rider Handbook
  Pass the Vicroads knowledge test of Victorian Traffic Handbook (unless you have a car licence)
  Pass the Vicroads Motorcycle Learner Permit Riding Test


Exercise 1 - Operation of Controls


Sitting on stationary motorcycle, you must be able to locate and operate the switches mounted on the handlebars such as: lights, indicators, horn, etc., as well as turn the fuel tap to the on, off, and reserve position. All controls must be operated without looking at them.




 



Exercise 2 - Left Turn and Normal Stop

This tests your control when turning left, your use of brakes and your stopping judgement.
You must be able to: take off without stalling, change to 2nd gear and follow the path to the left, indicate and complete the turn without crossing the side lines, then slow down and stop with your front wheel in the square.









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Exercise 3 - Slow Ride

This tests your ability to maintain balance when riding slowly and your clutch/throttle control.
You must be able to: take off without stalling, enter the marked lane and maintain balance while riding slowly (about walking pace) to the other end.
Take at least 10 seconds to complete the 18-metre ride.
You must not stall the engine, put your foot on the ground or cross the side lines.







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Exercise 4: Right Turn and Quick Stop

This tests your control when turning right and your control when braking suddenly.
You must be able to: take off without stalling, change to 2nd gear and follow the path to the right, indicate and complete the turn without crossing the side lines. Then go around a second time and enter the Quick Stop area at 20-25 km/h; when signalled, apply both brakes quickly and stop within 7 metres.







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You will need to be retested if you:

Fall off or drop the motorcycle.
Put your foot on the ground when riding.
Stall the engine (except Quick Stop).
Commence a marked turn without indicating.
Ride outside the marked side lines.
Stop outside the square in the Normal Stop.
Take less than 10 seconds for the Slow Ride.
Take more than 7 metres for the Quick Stop.

 

 
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